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Dell 1320c - Color Laser Printer User Manual

Dell 1320c - Color Laser Printer
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Dell™ColorLaserPrinter1320cUser'sGuide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
©2008 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Dell Color Laser Printer 1320c User's Guide
Finding Information
About Your Printer
Installing the Toner Cartridges and PHD (Print Head Device) Unit
Connecting Your Printer
Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool
Print Media Guidelines
Loading Print Media
Operator Panel
Printer Settings
Understanding Tool Box Menus
Understanding Your Printer Software
Printing
Setting Up for Shared Printing
Clearing Jams
Troubleshooting Guide
Installing Printer Drivers
Maintaining Your Printer
Printer Specifications
Safety and Regulatory Information
Appendix
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November 2008 Rev. A00

Table of Contents

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Dell 1320c - Color Laser Printer Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyLaser
Print Speed (Black)16 ppm
Print Speed (Color)12 ppm
Print Resolution600 x 600 dpi
Monthly Duty Cycle30, 000 pages
ConnectivityUSB 2.0, Ethernet
Input Capacity150 sheets
Duplex PrintingManual
Media Types SupportedPlain paper, envelopes, labels
Operating Systems SupportedWindows, Mac

Summary

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

Finding Information

Drivers and Utilities CD

Contains documentation and drivers for the printer.

Owner's Manual

May not be available in all countries or regions.

Product Information Guide

Contains safety instructions for setup and operation.

Setup diagram

Visual guide for setting up the printer.

Troubleshooting Guide

Resource for resolving printer issues.

About Your Printer

Operator Panel

Details the printer's control panel with buttons and indicators.

Protecting Your Printer

Information on securing the printer from theft using a Kensington lock.

Installing the Toner Cartridges and PHD (Print Head Device) Unit

Installing the Toner Cartridges

Step-by-step instructions for installing toner cartridges.

Installing the PHD (Print Head Device) Unit

Instructions for installing the PHD unit.

Connecting Your Printer

Choosing the Right Cable

Requirements for printer interconnection cables (USB, Ethernet).

Connecting the Printer Directly to a Computer

Steps for connecting the printer via USB.

Turn On the Printer

Instructions for powering on the printer.

Connecting the Printer to a Network

Steps for connecting the printer via an Ethernet cable.

Using the Reset button

Information about the printer's reset button and its function.

Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

Using the Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool

Guide on accessing and using the web-based printer management tool.

Understanding Your Printer Software

Printer Settings Utility

Overview of the utility for managing printer settings.

Printing Status Window

Displays printer status, errors, and warnings.

Status Monitor Console

Manages multiple printer status windows.

Dell Supplies Management System™

Tool for ordering printer supplies.

User Setup Disk Creating Tool

Program to create custom driver installation packages.

Printing

Tips for Successful Printing

Advice on printing, including media handling and jam avoidance.

Sending a Job to Print

Steps for printing a document from a software application.

Canceling a Print Job

Methods for canceling print jobs from the operator panel or computer.

Printing a Report Page

Instructions to print printer settings and job history reports.

Clearing Jams

Avoiding Jams

Tips on preventing paper jams through proper media selection and loading.

Identifying the Location of Paper Jams

Visual guide showing common locations for paper jams.

Clearing Paper Jams From the Single Sheet Feeder

Procedures for removing jams from the single sheet feeder.

Clearing Paper Jams From the Tray 1

Procedures for removing jams from Tray 1.

Clearing Paper Jams From the Fuser

Procedures for removing jams from the fuser area.

Troubleshooting Guide

Basic Printer Problems

Common issues and initial troubleshooting steps.

Printing Problems

Solutions for issues related to printing, media feeding, and page breaks.

Print Quality Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues like light prints or toner smearing.

Maintaining Your Printer

Determining the Status of Supplies

How to check toner levels and other supply status.

Conserving Supplies

Settings to reduce toner and paper usage.

Ordering Supplies

Instructions for ordering printer consumables.

Storing Print Media

Guidelines for proper storage of print media.

Storing Consumables

Recommendations for storing printer consumables.

Replacing Toner Cartridges

Steps for replacing toner cartridges.

Replacing the PHD (Print Head Device) Unit

Instructions for replacing the PHD unit.

Replacing the Fuser

Steps for replacing the fuser unit.

Replacing Separator Roller

Guide for replacing the separator roller in the paper tray.

Cleaning the CTD Sensor Inside the Printer

Procedure for cleaning the CTD sensor.

Adjusting Color Registration

Steps for adjusting color registration for better print quality.

Printer Specifications

OS Compatibility

Lists supported operating systems for the printer.

Power Supply

Details the printer's power requirements.

Dimensions

Physical measurements of the printer.

Memory

Information about the printer's memory capacity.

Page Description Language (PDL)/Emulation, Operating System, and Interface

Technical details on PDL, OS support, and interfaces.

Environmental

Operating and storage conditions for the printer.

Cables

Requirements for printer interconnection cables.

Safety and Regulatory Information

Safety Information

Important safety instructions for printer setup and operation.

Regulatory Notices

Information regarding electromagnetic interference and compatibility.

FCC Notice (U.S. Only)

Compliance information for the US Federal Communications Commission.

Noise Emissions Levels

Specifications for sound power levels during operation.

Laser Notice

Information about the printer's laser classification and safety.

Energy Star

Details on the printer's Energy Star compliance.

Perchlorate Material

Information regarding perchlorate material handling.

MSDS Materials for Dell Printer

Link to Material Safety Data Sheets for printer components.

Installing Printer Drivers

Personal Printer Setup

Steps for installing the printer driver on a local computer.

Network Printer Setup

Instructions for setting up the printer on a network.

Troubleshooting Instructions

Guidance for diagnosing and resolving printer issues.

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